{"product_id":"quatrain-by-meng-haoran-emperor-lizong","title":"Quatrain by Meng Haoran - Emperor Lizong","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine example of Southern Song Dynasty calligraphy by Emperor Lizong, featuring a transcribed quatrain by the poet Meng Haoran on silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work presents a fine example of Southern Song Dynasty calligraphy, attributed to Emperor Lizong. The piece is executed in ink on a circular silk fan format, a common medium for courtly artistic expression during the period. The characters are written in a fluid, semi-cursive script that balances structural rigour with personal expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe text transcribes a quatrain by the Tang Dynasty poet Meng Haoran. The poem evokes a quiet, contemplative atmosphere, describing a monk hanging his robes in a mountain temple and the sound of bells echoing at dusk. The calligraphy reflects the scholarly pursuits expected of an emperor, demonstrating a high level of technical proficiency and an appreciation for classical literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is arranged in vertical columns, typical of traditional Chinese writing. The ink density varies across the strokes, showing the controlled pressure of the brush against the silk surface. Several red seals are visible along the margins, indicating the work's provenance and its status within the imperial collection. These seals provide a historical record of ownership and authentication, connecting the object to the broader context of Song Dynasty court life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a fan painting, the work was intended for both aesthetic enjoyment and practical use. The circular shape dictates the arrangement of the text, requiring the artist to adapt the length of the lines to the constraints of the silk. This piece offers a glimpse into the intersection of political power and artistic refinement in thirteenth-century China, where the ability to compose and write poetry was a necessary attribute of the ruling class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/quatrain-on-heavenly-mountain-emperor-gaozong\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eQuatrain on Heavenly Mountain by Emperor Gaozong\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/excerpt-from-song-of-leyou-park-zhang-jizhi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eExcerpt from Song of Leyou Park by Zhang Jizhi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Emperor Lizong","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59115562697039,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59115596677455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59115596710223,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59115596742991,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59115596775759,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59115596808527,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59115596841295,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59115596874063,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59115596906831,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59115596939599,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59115596972367,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59115597005135,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Quatrain-by-Meng-Haoran_Poster_CompositorV1_1791935129441.jpg?v=1791945026","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/de\/products\/quatrain-by-meng-haoran-emperor-lizong","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}